Fan Interference Disallows Anthony Volpe’s Potential Tying Home Run in AL Division Series Game 3
During Game 3 of the AL Division Series between the New York Yankees and the Tampa Bay Rays, Anthony Volpe's potential tying home run was disallowed after a replay review confirmed fan interference in deep left field.
Rochester, NY, October 8, 2026 — In Game 3 of the American League Division Series matchup between the New York Yankees and the Tampa Bay Rays, a pivotal moment saw a potential tying home run by Anthony Volpe of the Yankees overturned due to fan interference. The play occurred in deep left field during the game.
Following the initial call on the field, the umpires initiated a replay review. The review process ultimately confirmed that a fan in the stands had interfered with the play, specifically in the deep left-field area. As a result of this confirmed interference, the hit, which appeared to be a home run and could have tied the game, was disallowed. The outcome of this decision impacted the game’s progression. Details regarding the specific inning or the score at the time of the play were not provided in the summary. Similarly, information regarding the final outcome of Game 3 or the series status following this game was not available.
Story summarized from the original created by STEPHEN WHYNO, Associated Press on www.rochesterfirst.com, see more information here.
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